BETHLEHEM, Pa. — It's time to start brewing a second pot.
ArtsQuest's Cold Brew Hullabaloo, a cold coffee convention that debuted at Musikfest Café at ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks last year, will return Sept. 14, it was announced.
The event will "bring together the Lehigh Valley’s best local coffee shops and roasteries for a chilled-out celebration of all things cold brew," ArtsQuest said in a release.
From noon to 3 p.m., with VIP early access at 11 a.m., guests can sip, sample and shop their way through a wide selection of cold brew creations, coffee-inspired treats and artisanal goods.
"Local coffee shops and roasteries will be bringing their finest (cold) brews for guests to sample and purchase," the SteelStacks website says.
"In addition to cold brew, there will be live music, retail vendors, and coffee themed activities."
The day also will feature retail vendors and coffee-themed activities to keep the buzz going.
General admission tickets are $11 until Sept. 7, then increasing to $14.65 starting Sept. 8. That also will give access to a cash bar with themed drink specials, and a specially branded tote bag for shopping at the event.
In addition, VIP ticket holders will get a Duck Donuts Quack Card that can be turned in for one complimentary Duck Donut, and a special Cold Brew Hullabaloo gift.
VIP tickets are $27.60 through Sept. 7 or $31.80 starting Sept. 8.
Local coffee shops and roasteries still are being sought to Join the lineup! Vendor applications are available at the website.